Senior Electrical Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 116,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to work at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. This full-time position requires expertise in electrical design, project management, and the ability to pass a governmental background check. The role involves planning, developing, and managing various electrical engineering activities while mentoring junior staff. Competitive benefits include health insurance, retirement savings plan, and more.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in electrical design of buildings.
• Professional engineering license required.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate electrical engineering activities.
• Participate in design and production meetings.
• Mentor staff as needed.

Skills

Electrical design of buildings

Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office

AutoCAD proficiency

Extensive knowledge of building electrical power

Life safety systems design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical design software

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

HDR is a Top 10 Architectural & Engineering (A&E) firm in the United States as ranked by Engineering News Record and is also one of the largest employee-owned A&E companies in the United States. HDR has been selected to run the Installation Engineering and Installation Management functions of the Civil Engineer Squadron for the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). As such, we will be placing a multi-disciplinary A&E team of 50+ professionals at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. The contract is expected to begin in early 2026 and covers an eight-year period from 2026 through 2034. HDR will be performing wide-ranging facility management services to include but not limited to: planning, programming, design, asset management, construction inspection, energy management, real estate, environmental, cultural resources, space planning, CAD, GIS, cost estimating, and numerous other functions.

Position Details

This position is full time and located on-site at the USAFA. The expected start date is March 1, 2026.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge and/or experience with federal contracts and/or the Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron. They will also have a strong enthusiasm to ensure the cadets and future Air Force Leaders live and learn in state-of-the-art facilities and have the necessary resources to serve our country to the best of their abilities.

This position is full time and located on-site at the USAFA. The expected start date is March 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for planning, developing, designing, and coordinating a broad range of electrical engineering activities
• Coordinate the work of Electrical Engineers with the balance of a multi-discipline team throughout the entire project's development
• Participate in design and production meetings with regard to electrical systems
• Assume the electrical lead on many projects
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines
• Act as a mentor to other staff members as needed
• Be responsible for planning, developing, designing, and coordinating a broad range of electrical engineering activities
• Serve as a technical expert in electrical engineering for building and site systems. Building systems include medium and low voltage power distribution, lighting, lightning and grounding, uninterruptible power (UPS), security and telecommunications, smoke and fire detection, and electronic controls systems. Site systems include power and telecommunication distribution systems.
• Provide expert advice in all areas of facilities design and construction, with an emphasis on electrical systems, and design centralized and mission-specific projects
• In conjunction with construction management section, assist in coordinating all phases of engineering, construction, and inspection; resolving field problems through interpretation of contract documents and amendments; reviewing and approving shop drawings; approving invoices for payment; recommending actions to be taken to maintain projects on schedule and within budget
• Prepare in-house design packages for contract including, but not limited to drawings, specifications, independent government estimates for engineering projects, including the design of mission critical facilities, integration and testing facilities, computer facilities, labs, and offices
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Air Force Civil Engineering Squadron experience preferred
• Ability to work in person and on site at United States Air Force Academy
• Ability to pass a background check
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm desired
• At least seven (7) yrs. Commercial (non-residential) project experience as a professional electrical engineer including at least five (5) years\' experience in a project lead role, and at least two (2) years of public/governmental organization experience.
• Completion of AFIT training courses: WENG 400, WENG 519, WMGT 322, WMGT 422, WTSS 200
• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship-US Naturalized citizen is required
• This position is subject to a governmental background check
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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with an Electrical emphasis
• A minimum of 10 years experience in electrical design of buildings (lighting/power/systems)
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Extensive knowledge of building electrical power, lighting and signal design, including life safety systems and building management systems
• Strong computer knowledge of Microsoft Office and AutoCAD, and electrical design software
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Colorado}: $116,760.00 - $141,780.00

Primary Location: United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs

Industry: Federal

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: EOC SR and M Construction

Job Posting: Jul 17, 2025